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We are a small cattery raising all of our kittens underfoot and lovingly socializing them for their forever homes. We offer some of the most beautiful and sought after Traditional Siamese and Balinese kittens in United States. Kittens leave home tested for FeLV/FIV, vaccinated, parasite treated and come with a Health Contract. Our goal at Siamese Royalty is to raise high-end, low coefficient, imported bloodlines which produce greater genetic diversity than typically found in United States.

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THE INTELLIGENCE OF THE BALINESE CAT

THE SIZE OF THE BALINESE CAT

THE TEMPERAMENT OF THE BALINESE CAT

WILL A MALE OR A FEMALE MAKE A BETTER? PET?

WHAT ABOUT GROOMING AND ALLERGY CONCERNS?

THE BALINESE CAT AND OTHER ANIMALS

THE BALINESE CAT AND CHILDREN

The Balinese cat (Long Haired Siamese) was developed in the United States as a Breed of its own.  The Balinese is a natural spontaneous mutation of the Siamese gene. On occasion long haired kittens appeared in short haired litters over the years, but breeders usually  dismissed them as undesirable anomalies. Records indicate, however, that  long-haired cats of  pure Siamese ancestry were registered with the Cat Fancier's Federation as early as 1928. In 1940, two breeders, Helen Smith of New York and Marion Dorsey of Southern California, admired the beauty of the long-haired coat, and were the first pioneers to breed and have these cats recognized. Helen Smith gave them the name “Balinese” because their elegance and grace that reminded her of Ballerina dancers.  Combining together the prefix, “Bali”, from Ballerina,  and adding the suffix “nese”, from Siamese, she created the new name “Balinese”. At a glance, the Balinese cat resembles the Siamese cat, except for the length of the coat, including their distinctive Bushy tail.  Is a beautiful Siamese cat. A Balinese cat possesses all of  the charm and beauty of the Siamese cat but has the added benefit of possessing a uniquely silky, angora-like coat.

The Balinese cat was developed in the United States as a Breed of its own. The Balinese is a natural spontaneous mutation of the Siamese gene. On occasion long haired kittens appeared in short haired litters over the years, but breeders usually dismissed them as undesirable anomalies. Records indicate, however, that  long-haired cats of  pure Siamese ancestry were registered with the Cat Fancier's Federation as early as 1928. In 1940, two breeders, Helen Smith of New York and Marion Dorsey of Southern California, admired the beauty of the long-haired coat, and were the first pioneers to breed and have these cats recognized. Helen Smith gave them the name “Balinese” because their elegance and grace that reminded her of Ballerina dancers.  Combining together the prefix, “Bali”, from Ballerina,  and adding the suffix “nese”, from Siamese, she created the new name “Balinese”. At a glance, the Balinese cat resembles the Siamese cat, except for the length of the coat, including their distinctive Bushy tail.  Is a beautiful Siamese cat. A Balinese cat possesses all of  the charm and beauty of the Siamese cat but has the added benefit of possessing a uniquely silky, angora-like coat.

Balinese cats are intelligent and playful. They easily adapt to the sounds and idiosyncrasies of children, often engaging into the middle of the fun. Balinese are fluffy and affectionate, their silky-soft  fur makes them an ideal warmer.  Along with their temperament they have longer periods of playing energy without tiring, making them a great companion for children who handle them properly.

Unlike the Short-haired, the Balinese cat is a more laid back cat and can often adjust well to a variety of animals. They can easily adapt and are accepted immediately, fitting in well into their home with established cats.  Like a short-haired Siamese, they will soon dominant the household, ruling over other non-Siamese cats.  However, unlike the short-haired, their laid back nature allows them to rule with sensitivity.   The Balinese cat also makes a great companion for your dog. They are often seen curled up together and will even allow themselves to be groomed.

Balinese are intelligent cats.  Barron's Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds, which rates cat intelligence on a scale of 1 to 10, rated the Siamese and Balinese on  the highest percentile,  scoring  nine.  Additionally, the Balinese is rated the highest in intelligence of all the long-haired breeds. Other breeds such a Persians and Himalayans rated a six and seven respectively.  One endearing characteristic that is related to high feline intelligence is that Balinese will often sense when their humans are sick or unhappy and will lay close and try to comfort them.

The Balinese tends to be, on average, slightly larger in size than the Short Haired Siamese.  Males weigh from 12-16 pounds and females 8-12. Balinese are known for their Longevity making them the longest living Breed of all the long- haired cats. Their life span is equal to the Short Haired, ranging from 18-22 years for a healthy cat.

The intelligent, curious, openly affectionate and calmer nature of the Balinese makes them a wonderful pet because it makes them so ‘human like’. Their loyalty, which exceeds that of the Short Haired Siamese, often resembles that of a dog more than a cat. They will follow you about or wait patiently outside a door for you to return  home so they can once again resume interacting with you.   They love to sleep in your bed, play fetch or make up other games. Unlike the Short Haired Siamese, they are independent enough to adjust better to periods of being alone. These creatures take longer to develop their personalities, intelligence and eye color. Their voices are far softer and they speak only when they have something they think is important to say. Like their short haired descendants that guarded the temples, they have been known to be 'watch-cats' often alerting their family when strangers approach. The Balinese is a graceful rare beauty that has the loyalty and affection of a dog  yet is playful and patient enough to entertain children for hours and to handle the inevitable mistreats that come from them. These creatures show remarkable memory for people and places. The patience and calm nature of the Balinese therefore makes them suitable as pets for families of any size.

Early History shows that  the Balinese has the same History as the old-style Siamese. The Siamese is considered by many to be a 'natural' breed - that is to say,  developed without human intervention.It is said that long-haired Siamese kittens began appearing now and again in purebred Siamese litters. These long haired Siamese kittens resulted from natural spontaneous mutation that occurred within the breed itself. Early drawings depicted pointed cats with what seems like longer fur. Others say that the longer coat is a result of the early British breeders crossing the Siamese with the Angora or Turkish Angora, a cat that has a tremendous history as a companion cat. The truth may be a bit of both. Nevertheless, the long-haired gene continues to persist. The first long-haired Siamese that was registered was with CFF in 1928. They were not recognized as a breed until 1955, however, when a woman named Marion Dorsey of California began breeding and showing the longer-haired variety.  Further, the long-haired Siamese bred 'true'. This means that when two long-haired Siamese were bred,  they resulted in litters that always produce the Balinese, thus qualifying it to be a 'pure breed'.  It should also be pointed out, that  Balinese are purebred cats in that they have descended from the original cats  imported from Siam. During the early part of its history they were still referred to as long-haired Siamese but soon were christened 'Balinese' by a Woman named Helen Smith because they resembled the gracefulness and athleticism of a Balinese dancer. Currently, the Balinese is quite rare, although they are beginning to make a comeback as many pet buyers who prefer a long-haired cat appreciate the many benefits these cats have  to offer. Their intelligence, longevity, the fact that they experience less health problems, their loyalty, their companionship and affectionate nature make them an attractive option over their long-haired counterparts.   

Surprisingly, the Balinese shed very little and generally less fur than the short-haired Siamese, making grooming requirements almost unnecessary. Further, Balinese shed significantly less fur than other long haired varieties. The Himalayan, Persian, Birman, Ragdolls and other long-haired varieties shed a great deal of fur and their coats easily molt, requiring daily grooming. "The Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds", by  J. Anne Helgren, which offers comparative evaluations of various traits of various breeds, lists the Persians and Himalayans as a 10 on a scale of 1-10 regarding grooming time and the Balinese a '4' on a scale of 1-10. Only short-haired cats require less grooming, according to her book, the Siamese and Tonkinese being listed as a '2'. The long-haired Siamese coat is only 1.5 inch long towards the end of it body and ending with a bush-like tail. The fur consists of a thin, silky angora structure that has no undercoat, only a single coat, and this decreases the occurrence of molting.  For this reason, it is their unique silky angora fur structure which gives the Balinese cat  the advantage over their counterparts.

Concerning those who are allergic to cats, a common misconception is that allergen levels are caused by the length of the cat hair, which is why a lot of people do not believe a long hair breed, such as the Balinese cat, can be hypo-allergenic. Despite popular beliefs, it is the protein excreted in feline saliva and skin glands that bring about an allergic reaction, not the cat dander itself. Cats produce a protein in their saliva called Fel-D1. This protein contains the allergen levels. When a cat grooms itself, the Fel-D1 protein, which is present in the the saliva and dries on the surface of the coat, causes dander. Since the dried FEL-D1 becomes airborne, people are exposed to the allergen.  A cat like the Balinese, who is a spontaneous mutation of the Siamese, excrete feline salvia at a lower molecular weight, reducing the likelihood of an allergic reaction. The Balinese cat is therefore often a good choice for allergy sufferers. However, before we jump to conclusions, let us look at all the facts about the hypoallergenic qualities of the Balinese cat. Hypo means less. Hypoallergenic means less allergenic, not non-allergenic. It is a common misconception that people with cat allergies believe they can own a hypoallergenic cat. This is simply not true. Although a majority of people with cat allergies are able to tolerate a Balinese, there are many others who will also experience an allergic reaction to the Balinese.  The bottom line is that although every cat has his/her own allergen levels, some are lower than others and Balinese cats, while not completely non-allergenic, are a generally a good choice for allergy sufferers.

Many would-be buyers contact me wanting to purchase a kitten but are unsure if they are allergic to cats in general. My suggestion is, before investing your hard earned money towards buying a kitten, to visit your doctor and ask for a RAST blood test or have a skin test.  That said, due to many variables in our environment and human genetic diversity, many cat allergy tests fail to identity the root cause of the problem.  Over the years I have received many requests from people wanting fur samples or items of clothing posted via mail, as a way of assessing the possible allergic reaction they might experience when owning a Balinese cat.  Unfortunately, as soon as the fur is removed away from the cat, due to the frequency of a cat’s grooming habit, the allergen levels begin to wear off.  By the time it arrives at your home after 2-3 days in the mail, the allergen levels are considerably lower, and a fur sample test may not provide you with an accurate reading on whether you're allergic to a Balinese cat. Also, fur samples can not provide long term exposure. Furthermore, the issue of adjustment is important. Your body needs time to adjust to new changes from living in a house without a cat, to living in a house that has low levels of cat dander in the air.  For the first few weeks, you may experience some allergy symptoms. Eventually, however, it will taper off as the body's natural immunity kicks in.  As long as the allergy symptoms remain minor, you will be fine. However, if you are a true cat lover and simply can not live without your furry friends, here are some useful tips in lowering the FEl-D1 allergen proteins in your home. Own a vacuum cleaner that uses a Hepa filter. It is extremely necessary for allergy sufferers to keep on top of the cleanliness of your environment by vacuuming and using air Hepa filters in the central air system. Never sleep with your furry friends. Allergists recommend not having your cat/s sleep with you or be in your bedroom at all. Bath your furry friends once a week. Shampoos are not needed since this allergen is very water soluble, and if done correctly, Balinese love the bath and attention.  Wiping down your cat weekly with pet wipes to keep dander counts down.  There are sprays that can be sprayed onto couches, rugs, bedding, etc, that inactivates the allergens related to dust mites.  Consequently, the Balinese is often the desired choice for allergy and Asthma suffers.

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The Balinese is a particularly attractive option for the discerning pet-seeker. It possesses all those famously unique characteristics that the short-haired Siamese offers and then some. I encourage you to consider these beautiful creatures as an option next time you consider purchasing a cat. We currently posses both Queens and Sires  from some of the very best Balinese lines found anywhere in America and sell their kittens for significantly less than what you  would generally pay when purchasing other long-haired varieties from other reputable catteries. You might want to be quick, however. Once all of the wonderful features that the Balinese offer are more widely known, demand will increase and we will be forced to increase the price to a level comparable to those offered for the other long-haired breeds mentioned above.

CONCLUSION

Although cat personalities differ between male and female, especially if they are neutered or spayed, their sex plays a relatively small role in their personality. Having said that, generally speaking, it seems that females tends to be more temperamental and perhaps slightly less intelligent than the  males. However, due to the laid back nature of the Balinese, both male and female Balinese make wonderful pets for children.